Champagne Powder Snow Stake Cam

The Champagne Powder Stake

This camera frames Steamboat's signature snow-measurement stakes, two graduated poles marked in inches that quantify fresh accumulation in real time. The Champagne Powder® trademark celebrates the resort's exceptionally light, dry snow, a product of the continental storms that cross northwestern Colorado.

A High-Mountain Setting

The stakes stand in a clearing ringed by dense spruce and fir forest, the boreal woodland that blankets the upper slopes of the Park Range. The elevated vantage captures the texture of the surrounding canopy and the open ski terrain beyond.

Reading the Storm Total

The branded board divides readings into recent storm total and accumulation since 4:00 PM, the convention Steamboat uses for its snow report. It is one of the most-watched references for skiers planning a trip to chase the next big dump.

About Steamboat Ski Resort

Set above the town of Steamboat Springs in Routt County, the resort is a renowned destination on Mount Werner, prized for its tree skiing and its champagne powder. The stake cam is a beloved daily ritual for its loyal community of powder hunters.